Latest in Tag: Europe Highlight
Latest in Tag: Europe
Egypt’s UN delegate condemns racial rhetoric in Europe against immigrants
Delegate demanded UK conduct immediate investigation into death of Mariam Moustafa
5 best achievements of Arab football players in Europe
European football leagues have recently witnessed a real golden generation of professional Arab players who became comparable with the best players in the world. Many players of various Arab nationalities have participated in making history in European stadiums. The following lines shed light on the best achievements of Arab players in Europe. Rabah Madjer – …
Shoukry expresses Egypt’s concerns regarding situation in Middle East, discrimination in Europe
Egypt’s choice is to remain a nation for diversity, pluralism, and peaceful coexistence, says Shoukry
Manchester United ranked as Europe’s most valuable club, Bayern Munich in fourth place
The professional services company KPMG has rated Manchester United as Europe’s most valuable club. The only German outfit to make it into their top 10 is Bayern Munich, rated as Europe’s fourth-most valuable club.The report, released by KPMG on Wednesday, estimated the value of Manchester United at three billion euros ($3.4 billion), making the English …
US considers cabin laptop ban for flights from Europe
A controversial laptop ban on flights from the Middle East could soon be expanded to European flights. But European regulators have warned that stowing so many lithium batteries in the hold could be risky.Passengers on flights from Europe to the US could soon be banned from carrying laptop computers in the cabin, US authorities said …
Alternative fuel vehicles on the rise in Europe
Registrations of cars not running on petrol or diesel have increased in the European Union in the past months, fresh figures have shown. But overall sales were still marginal, the ACEA car industry association said.In the first quarter of 2017, demand for alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) grew significantly, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reported …
Arab businesspeople in Europe: between success and political tension
“My Muslim/Arab status is not only ‘justifiable,’ but also highly beneficial in the business world, as it is stereotypically associated with wealth,” says Abouzid
Europe’s best magicians meet in Bonn
International magicians will be fascinating audiences during the Magic Weeks, running until the beginning of April in Bonn. DW met the European Magic Champion, Patrick Lehnen, to discuss the tricks of the trade.Patrick Lehnen won two awards at the European Championship of Magic in 2017, the First Prize for General Magic and the Grand Prix …
ETA pens plan to attract tourists from central Europe, Asia, North Africa
Egypt can attract 700,000-800,000 tourists from these markets if coordination is established
Extreme weather on the rise in Europe
An increased risk of floods and droughts, easier spread for infectious diseases, lower crop yields: Europe must better prepare for the consequences of climate change, says the European Environment Agency (EEA).Every four years, the Copenhagen-based European Environmental Agency (EEA) publishes its report “Climate change, impacts and vulnerability in Europe.” Over the years, the findings have …
Record financing for SMEs in Europe
The European Investment Bank and the European Investment Fund have said an unprecedented amount of money has gone into supporting small and medium-sized companies across the EU in the past 12 months.European Investment Bank (EIB) President Werner Hoyer said in Brussels on Tuesday the EIB Group consisting of the lender and the European Investment Fund …
Magnum Photos publishes guide on Europe for refugees, migrants
Roughly 1 million people applied for asylum in the European Union last year. A special guide published in several languages now gives them practical tips and useful background information on the history of Europe.Poles, Czechs, Slovaks, Belarussians, Lithuanians, Ukrainians, Hungarians, Germans – they were once all refugees themselves. Roughly 20 million people were displaced by …
IS, Al-Qaeda likely to compete in future terrorist attacks in Europe: Dar Al-Ifta
Dar Al-Ifta’s terrorism observatory says Libya will likely be a springboard for Islamic State after Syria
Rise of the working poor across Europe
A partial economic recovery in European Union member countries has not translated into fewer people living in poverty despite them having full-time jobs
Expats in Brussels on edge as voting begins in US elections
In Brussels, American expats and people from around Europe are eagerly waiting for news on the US elections.
Next US president should pivot back to Europe, scholars say
From the Syrian carnage to North Korea aggressively upping its nuclear arms program, a slew of global challenges await Barack Obama’s successor.
Italy, the sick man of Europe?
Nearly half of Italy’s population wants to leave the EU, the country’s economy is among the worst in the eurozone. Can the government solve this? Sandro Gozi, European Affairs Minister, is on Conflict Zone this week.
Demand for e-cars and hybrids stagnates
Demand for alternative fuel vehicles in Europe remains stagnant. In the second quarter of 2016, new registrations only went up by 0.6 percent across the EU. That’s about 148,000 new e-cars spread across 28 member states.
Italy’s PM Renzi asks for time
At the annual Ambrosetti Forum gathering of elites at Lake Como, Italian PM Renzi told political and economic influentials that Italy needs more time to reform.
Helping Belgian businesses become ‘Chinese friendly’
Chinese tourists are increasingly adding Europe to their travel plans, and the Belgian region of Wallonia wants to get in on the action. A new certification label aims to help businesses appeal to Chinese sensibilities.
German economy expands amid budget surplus
The German economy has logged another quarter of expansion, the National Statistics Office has confirmed.
Opinion: World averts its eyes as Saudis bombard Yemen
War has raged in Yemen for over 500 days. The international community seems to be indifferent to the suffering there. This is detrimental to the credibility of the United States and Europe, DW’s Matthias von Hein writes.
Turkey tells Europe to return missing attaches
Turkey is demanding that two of its military attaches who fled Greece after Turkey’s abortive coup be returned from Europe. It says three other attaches have been sent back from Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.
Italy tells refugees: Don’t risk the journey
A new campaign launched by the Italian interior ministry and the International Organization for Migration aims to discourage migrants from making the risky journey to Europe. Megan Williams reports from Rome.
Eastern Europe and the lucrative Middle East arms trade
Many eastern European countries supply arms to the Middle East. The trade is said to be worth more than a billion euros, with the majority of goods going to Saudi Arabia. But the weapons don’t stay there.
Egyptians speak up against ill-treatment at EU embassies in Cairo
Facebook page reveals obstacles facing Egyptian visa applicants at several EU embassies
In Cartoon: Amid fears of violence, the right wing makes headway in Europe
Volkswagen is global leader in car sales
Diesel emissions scandal? Lawsuits, fines, turmoil at headquarters? Whatever. VW Group sold more cars and light trucks than any other carmaker in the first half of 2016, ahead of close rivals Toyota and General Motors.
Ryanair profits rise, but Brexit a headache
Irish airline Ryanair has reported a decent rise in first-quarter profits not least due to growing traffic and reduced fuel costs. But future earnings look set to be impacted by the aftermath of the UK’s Brexit vote.
Brexit dominates G20 finance summit in China
Britain’s decision to leave the EU could have global consequences, G20 finance ministers have warned. The Brexit and boosting growth in stagnating China were the major topics at a meeting.